Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Middle School East ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Middle School East's student population of 582 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School East ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School East is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1180 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School East's ranking?
Middle School East is ranked #1180 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Middle School East?
582 students attend Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Middle School East students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School East?
Middle School East has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middle School East offer ?
Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle School East part of?
Middle School East is part of L''anse Creuse Public Schools School District.
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